May I Be

May I become at all times, both now and forever

A protector for those without protection

A guide for those who have lost their way

A ship for those with oceans to cross

A bridge for those with rivers to cross

A sanctuary for those in danger

A lamp for those without light

A place of refuge for those who lack shelter

And a servant to all in need

Amen

Currently listening to: Bloc Party - Kreuzberg

"I've learnt that...."

"I've learned that it's not what happens to people that's important. It's what they do about it.

I've learned that you should always leave loved ones with loving words. It may be the last time you see them.

I've learned that you can keep going long after you think you can't.

I've learned that we are responsible for what we do, no matter how we feel.

I've learned that either you control your attitude or it controls you.

I've learned that money is a lousy way of keeping score.

I've learned that sometimes when I'm angry I have the right to be angry, but that doesn't give me the right to be cruel.

I've learned that maturity has more to do with what types of experiences you've had and what you've learned from them and less to do with how many birthdays you've celebrated.

I've learned that you should never tell a child her dreams are unlikely or outlandish. Few things are more humiliating, and what a tragedy it would be if she believed it.

I've learned that your family won't always be there for you. It may seem funny, but people you aren't related to can take care of you and love you and teach you to trust people again. Families aren't biological.

I've learned that no matter how good a friend someone is, they're going to hurt you every once in a while and you must forgive them for that.

I've learned that it isn't always enough to be forgiven by others. Sometimes you have to learn to forgive yourself.

I've learned that our background and circumstances may have influenced who we are, but we are responsible for who we become.

I've learned that even when you think you have no more to give, when a friend cries out to you, you will find the strength to help.

I've learned that credentials on the wall do not make you a decent human being.

I've learned that although the word "love" can have many different meanings, it loses value when overly used.

I've learned that no matter how fast or how far you go, you can't outrun God.

I've learned that love is not for me to keep, but to pass on to the next person I see.

I've learned that even if you do the right thing for the wrong reason, it's still the wrong thing to do.

I’ve learned that a rich person is not the one who has the most, but is one who needs the least."

Excerpts from my friend Wilson's blog. I think he's been blessed with an incredible wisdom and teaching.  

And another thing:

 

 Listen to: The Civil Wars - To Whom It May Concern (describes how I feel perfectly and beautifully!)

"And though I found my harbor, I set sail again, because that’s what ships were meant to do."

They take pictures of mountain climbers at the top of a mountain. They’re smiling, ecstatic, triumphant. They don’t take pictures along the way cause who wants to remember the rest of it? We push ourselves because we have to, not because we like it. The relentless climb, the pain and anguish of taking it to the next level. Nobody takes pictures of that. Nobody wants to remember. We just wanna remember the view from the top. The breathtaking moment at the edge of the world. That’s what keeps us climbing. And it’s worth the pain. That’s the crazy part. It’s worth anything.

Grey’s Anatomy

You just do it. You force yourself to get up. You force yourself to put one foot before the other, and god damn it, you refuse to let it get to you. You fight. You cry. You curse. Then you go about the business of living. That’s how I’ve done it. There’s no other way.

Elizabeth Taylor

Rejoicing in ordinary things is not sentimental or trite. It actually takes guts. Each time we drop our complaints and allow everyday good fortune to inspire us, we enter the warrior’s world.

Pema Chödröna

Close some doors. Not because of pride, incapacity or arrogance, but simply because they no longer lead somewhere.

Paulo Coehlo

There is some things success is not.
It’s not fame, it’s not money or power.
Success is waking up in the morning so excited
about what you have to do that you literally fly out the door,
it’s getting to work with people you love.
Success is connecting with the world and making people feel,
it’s finding a way to bind together people
who have nothing in common but a dream.
It’s falling asleep at night knowing you did the best job you could.
Success is joy and freedom and friendship, and success is love.

  Unknown

Some beautiful and encouraging quotes from the newly discovered tumblr http://onherway.tumblr.com.

At this moment in my life, I am angry. I realize that the way I have been treated, like I was disposable and replaceable, is simply not acceptable. I realize that if someone in my life is bringing me down, saying negative things to me or constantly letting me down all the time, they are not worth keeping. I think everyone's time and efforts are precious and should be used wisely, so why waste it on people who only seek to destroy it? Life is much too beautiful and short to let straight up douchebags ruin it!

God is working!

 I was so happy to read this article from the Washington Post about India creating more severe laws on sexual assault and trafficking after a gang rape of a young woman on a bus. I am passionate for women who are going through such hardships, and my heart breaks when I watch documentaries that include sex trafficking and prostitution. The documentaries I have watched and remembered on such topics were all shot on location in India, so to see this incredible, joyous article makes me so happy I would cry. God is truly working in such a dark place... After so much struggle and spiritual warfare in India, the light is finally conquering the country. I am humbled to know that so many women's lives will change because of these new laws, and so much justice will be done, and so many souls freed from slavery and sexual assault. Thank you Lord.

You can read the article by clicking here.

Currently listening to: Hillsong United - Beautiful Exchange